What We Do
Our Mission
RisingTide was founded in Summer 2024. We produce daily, weekly, and monthly stories and conversations.
We talk about Jesus, life, and culture — offering insights that are grounded in a Christian worldview but meant for anyone (regardless of background or belief) seeking meaning. Through podcasts, videos, and monthly live events, RisingTide inspires joy, encourages growth, and speaks to our shared experience.
Our office is located in the heart of historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina.
“we use technology to bridge biblical truth with today’s culture .” — Toby Larson
Our Leadership Team
Toby Larson
Toby has a calling for ministry and a vision to use technology to bridge biblical truth with today’s culture. He has both an M.Div. and a Th.M. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. His passion for storytelling, combined with a lifelong dedication to Christ, has fueled the development of the new RisingTide platform. Toby has a background in radio, television, media production, and Christian ministry. From news and entertainment at NBC New York to media production in San Francisco and Beijing, Toby is driven by a desire to see lives transformed through faith-centered digital media and the power of good storytelling.
Founder and Lead Communicator
Cynthia Larson
Co-Founder
Cynthia is a bold witness for Christ and is passionate about the gospel being proclaimed to the world. She has an MA in Missions and Evangelism from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She has worked in Christian radio and film in Beijing and taught at the undergraduate and graduate level at The Communication University of China. Cynthia believes the primary work of the Church worldwide is to reach the lost and raise the found, along with a special focus on teaching the word of God to young people. Her greatest joy in life is being married to her first and last boyfriend of thirty-five years (Toby Larson) and having seven children together — five are on this earth and two are in heaven. Cynthia is deeply committed to health and nutrition. She loves God and loves life!
Art Field
With over 26 years of commissioned service in the US Navy, culminating as Captain, Art has diverse experience in technology sales, advertising, entrepreneurship, and catering. At Saint James Episcopal Church, Art oversaw the construction of a 22,000-square-foot Ministry Center, a project that showcased his dedication to fostering community. Central to that project was a professional kitchen, where Art brought people together through food. This dedication to serving others continues at RisingTide and his passion for uniting people through food and fellowship is a powerful example of the impact one person can have on the world. As the Chief Financial Officer of Rising Tide, Art oversees fiscal responsibility and stewardship, ensuring the organization’s financial resources are managed with integrity and aligned with its mission.